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Users Manual: Transconductance Amplifier
Users Manual: Transconductance Amplifier
Users Manual: Transconductance Amplifier
Transconductance Amplifier
Users Manual
February 2012
© 2012 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved.Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Table of Contents
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Contents (continued)
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List of Tables
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List of Figures
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Chapter 1
Introduction and Specifications
Title Page
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Introduction and Specifications
Introduction 1
Introduction
The Fluke 52120A Transconductance Amplifier (the Product) is a precision current
amplifier that can:
• Accept full scale dc or ac inputs of 2 volts or 200 mA from any calibrator, signal
generator or power supply
• Deliver proportional output current in ranges of 2 A, 20 A or 120 A at frequencies to
10 kHz
• Offer enhanced accuracy to 140 ppm when used in closed-loop mode with a 6105A
Electrical Power Standard
• Operate in parallel with one or two other Products to deliver 240 A or 360 A
• Push current with compliance voltage of 4.5 V rms or 6.4 V peak
• Drive inductive loads to 1 mH
• Drive optional current coils to deliver test currents of 3000 A or 6000 A
To see product information and download the latest manual supplements, visit Fluke
Calibration’s website at www.flukecal.com
To register your product, visit http://flukecal.com/register-product.
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Safety Information
This Product complies with:
• EN/IEC 61010-1:2010
• CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1-04
• ANSI/UL 61010-1:2004
• EN 61326-1:2006
In this manual, a Warning identifies conditions and procedures that are dangerous to the
user. A Caution identifies conditions and procedures that can cause damage the Product
or the equipment under test.
For safe operation of this Product, follow all the warnings and cautions in this manual.
XW Warning
To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury:
• Read all safety Information before you use the Product.
• Never connect line power to a Product input or output
connector, other than the mains power receptacle.
• Use this Product indoors only.
• Do not use the Product around explosive gas, vapor, or in
damp or wet environments.
• Examine the case before you use the Product. Look for
cracks or missing parts. Carefully look at the insulation
around the terminals.
• Use only the mains power cord and connector approved for
the voltage and plug configuration in your country and rated
for the Product.
• Make sure the ground conductor in the mains power cord is
connected to a protective earth ground. Disruption of the
protective earth could put voltage on the chassis that could
cause death.
• Replace the mains power cord if the insulation is damaged
or if the insulation shows signs of wear.
• Do not use and disable the Product if it is damaged.
• Be aware the 52120A binding posts may be connected to
supply lethal voltages. If one terminal of a pair is connected,
the other may also be at lethal potential.
• Do not energize voltage circuits unless the Product cables
are either properly connected at both ends or disconnected
at both ends.
• Use only cables with correct voltage ratings.
• Use extreme caution when the current output terminals of
the Product are connected to voltage circuits, as lethal
voltage may be present.
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Safety Information 1
• Do not connect to live output terminals. The Product can
supply voltages that can cause death. Standby mode is not
sufficient to prevent electrical shock.
• Use the Product only as specified, or the protection
supplied by the Product can be compromised.
• Always ensure the Product is in STBY mode and external
circuits are not energized before you make cable
connections or disconnecting either end of the cables.
• Do not touch voltages >30 V ac rms, 42 V ac peak, or 60 V
dc.
• Do not use the Product if it operates incorrectly.
• Do not use test leads if they are damaged. Examine the test
leads for damaged insulation. Do a continuity test on the
test leads.
Symbols
Symbols used in this manual and on the Product are explained in Table 1.
Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. Go to Fluke’s website for recycling
~ information.
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Instruction Manuals
The 52120A Manual set supplies complete information for operators. The set includes:
• 52120A Users Manual on the included CD-ROM (PN 3977736)
• 52120A Getting Started Manual (PN 3977724)
One of each manual shown above is shipped with the instrument. You can order more
copies of the manuals from Fluke. To learn more on how to place an order, refer to the
How to Contact Fluke section.
52120A Getting Started Manual
This 52120A Getting Started Manual contains a brief introduction to the Product. The
Getting Started topics are:
• Safety Information
• Instruction manuals and their content
• How to unpack and examine the Product
• How to connect the Product to mains power
• Front and rear panel familiarization
• Maintenance
• General Specifications
52120A Users Manual
The 52120A Users Manual contains data on how to install the Product and operate it
from the front panel keys and in remote configurations. This manual also contains
Product specifications and error codes. The Users Manual topics are:
• Installation
• Operating controls and features, including front panel controls
• Remote operation
• Operator maintenance
• Calibration
• Accessories
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How to Unpack and Examine the Product 1
How to Unpack and Examine the Product
The Product is shipped in a container built to prevent damage during shipping. Examine
the Product carefully for damage and immediately report damage to the shipper.
Instructions for inspection and claims are included in the shipping container.
When you unpack the Product, make sure all the standard equipment shown in Table 2
was shipped. Also examine the shipping document for more items. Refer to the
Accessories chapter in the 52120A Users Manual. Report all shortages to the place of
purchase or to the nearest Fluke Service Center. A performance test is shown in the
Maintenance chapter in the 52120A Users Manual.
If it becomes necessary to ship the Product, use the container and inserts it was initially
shipped in, if possible. If it is not available, you can get a transit case from Fluke. This
container is applicable for most handling conditions, but gives less shock protection than
the initial shipping container.
Table 1-2. Standard Equipment
Service Information
Each Product is warranted to the original purchaser for the period specified in the
warranty and starts on the date received. The warranty is found at the front of this
manual.
Factory authorized service and technical advice for the Product is available at Fluke
Service Centers. A complete list of service centers is available at www.flukecal.com.
XW Warning
To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury,
have an approved technician repair the Product.
Cooling Considerations
W Caution
The Product can overheat and become damaged if the area
around the air intake is too small, the intake air is too warm, or
the air filter becomes clogged.
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How to Connect the Product to Mains Power 1
Table 1-3. Line Power Cord Types Available from Fluke
UK 1998167
Europe 1998171
China 4121791
Brazil 3841358
Note
Typical maximum power requirement of the Product at 115 V is 1500 VA.
Make sure the mains supply outlet is rated for this load and has a grounded
three-prong outlet. Make sure the outlet ground connector is connected to
earth ground.
If a mains power cord is supplied without a mains connector, use the color codes below
when you connect a connector to the power cord.
Line = Brown
Neutral = Blue
Earth = green/yellow
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Front-Panel Features
Table 1-4 is a list of front-panel controls and connections shown in Figure 1-1.
1 2 3 4 5 6
OVER COMPLIANCE
STATUS
MAX
MASTER UNIT L1 PHASE L3 PHASE
OPR STBY
HI
LOW CURRENT OUTPUT L COMP INPUT
OUTPUT
TERMINALS RANGE
180A PK INPUT OVER RANGE
7V PK OPTION
MAX
HI POWER HIGH 120A ON HI
OUTPUT
30A PK 3V PK
(12V DC)
7V PK 300mA PK
MAX MAX
20A
LO LO LO
POWER
LOW 2A OFF AMPS VOLTS
10V PK
850V PK 850V PK MAX
MAX MAX
18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7
gpp001.eps
Figure 1-1. Front-Panel View
Item Description
M
The OPR (Operate) key places the Product in operate mode. Operate mode is indicated by the lit
indicator on the OPR key. The indicator over the set output terminals also shows green.
Voltage Compliance Level Indicator
Over Compliance Indicator
Indicates when the Product senses the voltage developed across the current terminals due to the
current through the load impedance has exceeded the specified level. This condition also
automatically puts the Product in standby to remove the output current.
S
The STBY (Standby) key puts the Product in standby mode. Standby mode is indicated by the lit
indicator on the STBY key. The output indicators above the output terminals also shows amber.
Status Indicators
Indicates the status of the different functions of the Product.
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Front-Panel Features 1
Table 1-4. Front-Panel Features (cont.)
Item Description
Note
The front panel power switch operates electronically and is not an
isolation switch. The main power ON/OFF isolation switch is on
the rear panel.
Chassis ground connection
Input Terminals
Used to input voltage or current to the Product.
A V
Sets the INPUT to receive voltage or current.
INPUT OVER RANGE Indicator
Comes on when the input exceeds the limit.
ON
Sets LCOMP on or off. LCOMP ON is used for highly inductive loads. See the Specifications for
inductive loading limits.
L
Sets the Product for local (front panel) control when it is in remote mode.
DCB
Sets the output range to 2, 20, or 120 amps.
HK
Puts the output current on the High Current or Low Current output terminals.
OPTION POWER OUTLET
BNC connector that sources 12 V dc to power the cooling fan of a connected accessory such as a
25 turn coil.
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Rear-Panel Features
Table 1-5 is a list of rear-panel controls and connections shown in Figure 1-2.
1 2 3
11
10 9 8 7 6 5 4
gpp002.eps
Figure 1-2. Rear-Panel View
Item Description
Control Output
Used to control another 52120A (SLAVE) through its control Input. This Product acts as the
master.
The Air Filter covers the air intake to keep dust and debris out of the chassis.
The IEEE-488 (GPIB) connector is a standard parallel interface for remote operation of the
Product.
Combined GPIB address switch and firmware UPDATE ENABLE / NORMAL selector.
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Input and Output Connections 1
Table 1-5. Rear-Panel Features (cont.)
Item Description
The CALIBRATION ENABLE / NORMAL switch is used to write enable and disable the
nonvolatile memory that stores calibration constants. See the Calibration section of this
Manual to learn more about calibration of the Product. Set to NORMAL for normal
operation.
When the input terminals are configured for current input, a precision burden resistor is
connected across the HI and LO terminals to make a voltage from the input current.
The green 4 mm binding post is connected to the chassis of the Product. This is a signal
connection and must not be used for a protective earth connection.
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Output Terminals
There are two sets of output terminals on the Product. They are not referenced to ground.
Each of the four terminals can be connected to a signal source with a maximum voltage
of 850 V pk (600 V rms). Table 1-7 shows the maximum voltage and current that can be
safely applied to the output terminals.
XW Warning
To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury:
• Use extreme caution around the output terminals. Lethal
voltages may be present.
• Make sure the Product is in standby mode and external
circuits are not energized before you connect or disconnect
cables between the Product and the circuit under test.
• Do not turn on voltage circuits unless the cables between
the Product and circuit are connected or disconnected at
both ends of the cable.
• Do not connect a connector or terminal, other than the
mains input connector to line power.
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Accessories 1
Safe Working Practice
The high current output LO and low current output LO are electrically connected
internally. Similarly, the two output HI terminals are connected internally. If one of the
terminals is connected to high voltage, one of the other output terminals will be at the
same voltage.
XW Warning
To prevent electric shock or personal injury, remove all cables
from the current terminals that are not used. When you make
connections to a circuit that can be energized with voltages,
always make the connection at the Product before you connect
to the external circuit. Voltage can be present at the loose ends
of cables.
How to Connect the Product to an External Circuit
1. Remove power from external circuits.
2. Push S to set the Product to standby.
3. Remove all connections to the terminals of the Product that are not used for the test.
4. Connect the test leads to the HI and LO terminals of the Product.
5. Connect the test leads to the external circuit.
6. Push M to set the Product to operate.
How to Disconnect the Product from an External Circuit
1. Remove power from external circuits.
2. Push S to set the Product to standby.
3. Disconnect the test leads from the external circuit.
4. Disconnect the test leads from the Product.
When you connect a high current cable to a load, make sure the connections are tight. A
loose connection can cause voltage over compliance and set the Product into standby
(STBY) mode. A loose connection can cause the connection to overheat.
Accessories
Table 1-8 is a list of optional accessories for the Product.
52120A/COIL3KA Coil, 25 Turn, 3000 Amp. For jawed clamp meters. 4044897
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General Specifications
Line Power
Voltage range ..................................................... 100 V to 240 V
Frequency ........................................................... 47 to 63 Hz
Voltage variations ............................................... ±10 % about line voltage
Power consumption ............................................ <1500 VA
Transient overvoltage ......................................... Impulse withstand (overvoltage) Category II of IEC 60364-4-443
Dimensions (HxWxL)
With feet .............................................................. 192 mm x 432 mm x 645 mm (7.6 in x 17.0 in x 25.5 in)
Without feet ......................................................... 178 mm x 432 mm x 645 mm (7.0 in x 17.0 in x 25.5 in)
Weight .................................................................... 25 kg (54 lb)
Temperature
Operating ............................................................ 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F)
Calibration (tcal) .................................................. 16 °C to 30 °C (61 °F to 86 °F)
Storage ............................................................... 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F)
Transit ................................................................. -20 °C to +60 °C (-4 °F to +140 °F) <100 hours
Warmup Time ........................................................ Twice the time since last warmed up, to a maximum of 1 hour.
Humidity (non-condensing)
Operating ............................................................ <80 %, 5 °C to 31 °C (41 °F to 88 °F) ramping linearly down to 50 % at
35 °C (95 °F)
Storage ............................................................... <95 %, 0 to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F)
Altitude
Operating ............................................................ 2,500 m (8,200 ft) maximum
Non-Operating .................................................... 12,000 m (39,400 ft) maximum
Shock and Vibration ............................................. MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3
Safety ..................................................................... Complies with EN/IEC 61010-1:2010, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1-
04, ANSI/UL 61010-1:2004
EMC ........................................................................ Complies with EN 61326-1:2006, CISPR 11 (EN 55011:2004), FCC
rules part 15, sub part B, Class A
Indoor user only .................................................... Pollution degree 2
Agency Approvals ................................................ P, )
4.5 I = Current
Fmax = 2•π•I•L L = Total
inductance
The maximum frequency calculated with this equation is only approximate. Series resistance and parallel capacitance
also affect the maximum achievable frequency.
Input common mode rejection............................. 80 dB @ DC decreasing linearly to 40 dB at 10 kHz
Input Impedance
Voltage input ....................................................... >1 MΩ
Current input ....................................................... 10 Ω
Maximum output compliance voltage ................. 4.5 V rms (6.4 V pk), 6.4 V dc. 120 A range maximum compliance
voltage decreases from 4.5 V at 1 kHz to about 3 V at 10 kHz
DC Offset ............................................................... Magnetic remanence that follows abrupt changes in output current
level may cause small changes to DC current offset. It is good practice
to correct for offsets in DC measurements and techniques such as DC
reversal measurement will result in best accuracy.
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Performance Specifications 1
Operating Limits
Output Current Range
2A 20 A 120 A
Current Output (Max.) 2 A rms 20 A rms 120 A rms
Current Input
Input Current (Max.) 200 mA rms 200 mA rms 120 mA rms
Current gain 10 100 1,000
Voltage Input
Input Voltage (Max.) 2 V rms 2 V rms 1.2 V rms
Transconductance 1 Siemen 10 Siemens 100 Siemens
Output Isolation
Frequency Maximum Voltage Signal Applied to any Output Current Terminal with respect to Earth
DC to 850 Hz 600 V rms, 850 V pk, limited 2 A rms, no transient overvoltages
850 Hz to 3 kHz 100 V rms, 142 V pk, limited 2 A rms, no transient overvoltages
3 kHz to 10 kHz 33 V rms, 47 V pk, limited 2 A rms, no transient overvoltages
Performance Specifications
Operated within 6105A or 6100B Control Loop, Sine or Harmonic Input (all current
ranges)
The current and phase angle accuracies of the 52120A when controlled by a single 610X, apply to the parallel output of
up to three 52120As connected as slaves. See the 610X specifications for interharmonic, fluctuating harmonic, dip and
flicker specifications.
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Maximum load dependent phase shift ................ <0.001 ° @ 60 Hz; increasing linearly to 0.006° @ 6 kHz.
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Performance Specifications 1
Operated Stand Alone
The stand-alone specifications are stated for the accuracy of transconductance with a voltage input, or current gain with a
current input. These specifications do not include the errors of the instrument that provides the voltage or current signal to
the Product input. To get the absolute accuracy of the current output, combine the source and Product specifications with
the “root sum of squares” (RSS) method found in the 52120A Users Manual.
Up to ten 52120As (one master and nine slaves) can be chained together in stand-alone mode. Any additional slave units
are ignored by the control system.
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Distortion
Frequency LCOMP OFF LCOMP ON
10 Hz to 65 Hz -60 dB 0.1 % -60 dB 0.1 %
65 Hz to 300 Hz -60 dB 0.1 % -50 dB 0.3 %
300 Hz to 1 kHz -54 dB 0.2 % -50 dB 0.3 %
1 kHz to 3 kHz -46 dB 0.5 % Not Specified
3 kHz to 6 kHz -46 dB 0.5 % Not Specified
6 kHz to 10 kHz -40 dB 1.0 % Not Specified
Note
Distortion specifications apply to output at full range measured in a 50 kHz bandwidth.
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Performance Specifications 1
52120A/COIL 3 KA 25-Turn Coil
Number of turns .................................................... 25
Minimum internal jaw dimension to clear wires 26 mm (width) x 36 mm (length)
Maximum input current ........................................ 120 A continuous with built-in 12 V fan on
Maximum voltage .................................................. 4.5 V rms
Accuracy
[2]
52120A + Coil Accuracy
[1] Effective Current
Input Current Frequency ±(% of Amp-turns + % of 52120A range)
Amp-turns
% of Amp-turns % of 52120A Range
0 A to 100 A DC 0 to 2500 0.7 % 0.7 %
0 A to 120 A 10 Hz to 65 Hz 0 to 3000 0.7 % 0.7 %
0 A to 120 A 65 Hz to 300 Hz 0 to 3000 0.7 % 0.7 %
0 A to 40 A 300 Hz to 1 kHz 0 to 1000 0.7 % 0.7 %
0 A to 12 A 1 kHz to 3 kHz 0 to 300 0.8 % 1.0 %
0 A to 3 A 3 kHz to 6 kHz 0 to 100 1.5 % 1.0 %
0 A to 1 A 6 kHz to 10 kHz 0 to 50 5.0 % 1.0 %
[1] The inductance and mutual inductance of the 25 turn coil and clamp that is measured causes a frequency dependent compliance
voltage across the coil. The length and configuration of the cables that connect the current to the coil also have an effect.
Maximum input current is 120 A input at approximately 100 Hz. Maximum current input decreases to approximately 0.8 A at
10 kHz.
[2] Includes coil/clamp interaction.
Accuracy
[2]
52120A + Coil Accuracy
[1] Effective Current
Input Current Frequency
Amp-turns ±(% of Amp-turns + % of 52120A range)
% of Amp-turns % of 52120A Range
0 A to 100 A DC 0 to 5000 0.7 % 0.7 %
0 A to 120 A 10 Hz to 65 Hz 0 to 6000 0.7 % 0.7 %
0 A to 120 A 65 Hz to 300 Hz 0 to 6000 0.7 % 0.7 %
0 A to 120 A 300 Hz to 1 kHz 0 to 6000 0.7 % 0.7 %
0 A to 120 A 1 kHz to 3 kHz 0 to 3500 0.8 % 1.0 %
0 A to 25 A 3 kHz to 6 kHz 0 to 1250 1.5 % 1.0 %
0 A to 13 A 6 kHz to 10 kHz 0 to 600 5.0 % 1.0 %
[1] The inductance and mutual inductance of the 50 turn coil causes a frequency dependent compliance voltage across the coil.
Maximum frequency for 120 A input current is approximately 600 Hz. Maximum current input decreases to approximately 13 A at
10 kHz.
[2] Includes coil/probe interaction.
Note
The specifications for these coils are at 99 % confidence level and are the combined
accuracy of the coil and a 52120A. If the coils are used with other current sources
the calibration uncertainty of the coils alone is 0.65 % (99 % confidence level) from
0 Hz to 10 kHz.
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Front-Panel Operation
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Introduction 2
Introduction
The Product can be configured to operate in a stand-alone configuration or controlled by
an Electrical Power Standard like the Fluke 6100B or 6105A. The inputs of multiple
Products can be connected to one power standard. Then the current output from each
Product can be connected in parallel to a load. Each Product can be set so that each
output has a different ac phase angle.
95 % 2.00
99 % 2.58
In this example, the 5720A has an output of 1.2 volts at 20 Hz applied to the Product. The
Product is set to the 120 A range with LCOMP off. The Product and 5720A have
confidence probability specifications of 99 %. It is not necessary to change them to
standard confidence before you calculate the specification with the RSS procedure. For
this example, the 5720A has a confidence probability of 95 % and the Product 99 %.
Table 2-2 shows how the total accuracy is calculated.
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Notes on Product Use 2
LOW CURRENT
OUTPUT INPUT
52120A
INPUT OVER RANGE
HI HI
30A PK 3V PK
7V PK 52120A TRANSCONDUCTANCE AMPLIFIER 300mA PK
MAX MAX
LO LO
OVER COMPLIANCE
STATUS
MAX AMPS VOLTS
MASTER10V
UNIT PK L1 PHASE L3 PHASE
850V PK
VOLTAGE MAX
SLAVE UNIT L2 PHASE N PHASE
MAX COMPLIANCE
OPR STBY
HI
LOW CURRENT OUTPUT L COMP INPUT
OUTPUT
TERMINALS RANGE
180A PK INPUT OVER RANGE
7V PK OPTION
MAX
HI POWER HIGH 120A ON HI
OUTPUT
30A PK 3V PK
(12V DC)
7V PK 300mA PK
MAX MAX
20A
LO LO LO
POWER
LOW 2A OFF AMPS VOLTS
10V PK
850V PK 850V PK MAX
MAX MAX
gpp005.eps
Figure 2-1. Connections for Reduced Common-Mode Interference
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Notes on Product Use 2
Fluke 6105A
VOLTAGE OUTPUT ON
CURRENT OUTPUT ON
VOLTAGE
OUTPUT SENSE
1V Pk
MAX
HI HI
1430V
Pk
MAX
LO LO
1V Pk
MAX
46V Pk
MAX
CURRENT
OUTPUT
HI
30A Pk
15V Pk
MAX
LO
46V Pk
MAX
ENERGY COUNTER 1 2 3 4
L N
Vin
Shunt
Resistor
L N
Control Cable
HIGH CURRENT
OUTPUT
HI
LOW CURRENT
OUTPUT
180A PK
7V PK OPTION
MAX
HI POWER
OUTPUT
30A PK (12V DC)
7V PK
MAX
LO LO
850V PK 850V PK
MAX MAX
gpp012.eps
Figure 2-2. Product Connections to a Watthour Meter
The capacitance between the measurement circuits and the grounded meter case is too
small to pass a common-mode signal of sufficient amplitude to change the measurement.
Devices with their own power supplies which have an isolation input transducer (such as
current transformers) are relatively immune to common mode current errors. The path to
ground is interrupted by the transducer.
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Load Regulation
As with all current sources, the Product has finite output impedance and thus suffers from
frequency dependent load regulation errors when in Open Loop mode. The effects of
worst case load regulation are included in the Product specification as a percentage of full
range. For low impedance loads the load regulation effects are very small and the percent
of full range specification adder is pessimistic. A40B shunts are a good example of low
impedance loads. The absolute transconductance accuracy performance of the Product is
significantly better than specification into such devices if you keep inductive loop
impedance to a minimum in long cables.
When you connect the Product to a load, keep the cable length to a practical minimum.
Also keep the cables close together to keep loop impedance low. The high current
connection cables that shipped with the Product add around 2 μH to the load impedance
if tied together at 150 mm (6 inch) intervals.
For best accuracy, use ac-dc comparison when you calibrate shunts. In this type of
measurement, the ac current is compared to a known dc current. Accuracy is supplied by
an ac-dc reference instrument such as a thermal voltage convertor. The Fluke 792A or a
Fluke 5790A for example. To use this type of measurement, refer to the documentation
that comes with the ac-dc reference standard.
The short-link cable that comes with the Product is used when a short loop between the
high current HI and LO terminals is necessary. The short loop connector has very low
inductance. The low inductance means you can do clamp meter performance tests at
higher frequencies than is possible with longer, more inductive cable configurations.
Product Operation Behavior
The Product has internal detectors for Product protection. Equipment connected to the
Product receives protection as well. When the Product senses an unexpected condition,
the Product goes in to standby (STBY) mode. An interruption of mains power input for
three milliseconds or more causes the Product to go to its power up state with the output
off. This makes sure the circuits are in a safe condition while internal power supplies are
available.
When the Product is in operate (OPR) mode, a change of state such as an error or key
push causes the Product to go to standby (STBY) mode.
Front-Panel Indicator Colors
Many of the front-panel keys have indicators embedded in them. The color and condition
of these indicators show different conditions. Table 2-3 is a list of the colors used on the
front-panel keys.
Table 2-3. Front-Panel Indications
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Notes on Product Use 2
Incompatible Key Selections
There are some key sets and conditions that are mutually exclusive. If the 120 A range is
set and you push K, the LED in H flashes green to show your choice is incompatible
and the H key is compatible. If the low current terminals are set and you push D, the
LEDs in the B and C keys flashes green. The 2 A and 20 A ranges are compatible
with the low current terminals while the 120 A range is not.
Status Indicators
As shown in Figure 2-3, the Product has eight status indicators. Table 2-4 is a list of these
indicators and their description.
STATUS
MASTER UNIT L1 PHASE L3 PHASE
gpp014.eps
Figure 2-3. Status Indicators
Indicator Description
MASTER UNIT No other Product or the Control Input of a second Product is connected to
the control output of this Product. This Product is the master and controls
other Products as slaves.
SLAVE UNIT This Control Input of this Product is connected to the Control Output of a
second Product. This Product is a slave to a master Product.
REMOTE Control of this Product is through the IEEE interface on the rear panel.
L1, L2, L3, N phase When connected to a 6100B/6105A, one of these indicators shows which
phase this Product is connected to.
OVER TEMP (red) Internal temperature sensors caused the Product to go to the standby
mode. Where multiple Products are connected as Master/Slave, the
OVER TEMP indicators of those Products that are not over temperature
will show amber. You must turn the Product off and on to clear this status.
OVER TEMP (amber) A Product connected to this Product has had an OVER TEMP condition
and caused this Product to go to the standby mode.
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How to Use the Product 2
OVER COMPLIANCE
STATUS
MAX
MASTER UNIT L1 PHASE L3 PHASE
OPR STBY
HI
LOW CURRENT OUTPUT L COMP INPUT
OUTPUT
TERMINALS RANGE
180A PK INPUT OVER RANGE
7V PK OPTION
MAX
HI POWER HIGH 120A ON HI
OUTPUT
30A PK 3V PK
(12V DC)
CA 7V PK 300mA PK
60 T
CA 0 V MAX MAX
30 T 20A
0V
LO LO LO
POWER
LOW 2A OFF AMPS VOLTS
10V PK
850V PK 850V PK MAX
MAX MAX
TR
UE
RM
S CL 32
AM 5
P ME
CA TE
R
CA T
T 60
30 0 V
0V
Clamp
Meter
20V TRIG
RMS
MAX
20V
20A SHELLS PK
GUARD NOT MAX
GROUNDED
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Figure 2-4. 5520A and 52120A Connections
2. Connect the short-link cable between the HI and LO terminals of the high-current
output.
Note
You can also connect to the low-current output terminals if the current
output is 20 amps or less.
3. Push the V button to set the input of the Product to volts. The indicator in the volts
button illuminates to show that volts input is set.
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Note
To operate the Product with a current input, push the A button and
connect a current source to the input terminals of the Product.
WCaution
To prevent damage to the Product, make sure you do not go
above the maximum input voltage or current. See the Maximum
Input Level specifications in Chapter 1.
4. Push the LCOMP ON or OFF as necessary.
Note
When LCOMP is on, Product bandwidth and accuracy are decreased.
5. Push B, C, or D to set the output range. The indicator in the range button
illuminates to show the set range.
Note
Only the 2 amp and 20 amp range can be set to the low-current terminals.
6. Push H or K to set the output current terminals. The indicator in the button
illuminates to show which terminals will source the output current.
7. Set the voltage source output to a voltage that gets the necessary current out of the
Product. The input voltage range of the Product is 0 volts to 2 volts. To output 15
amps from the Product on the 20-amp range, set the input voltage to 1.5 volts. See the
specifications section in Chapter 1 for input voltage and current limits. When the
input value is more than the limit, the Product sets itself to the standby mode.
8. Connect the output terminals to the load. Make sure the connections are tight.
9. Put the clamp of the clamp meter around the short-link cable and read the current on
the clamp meter display.
10. Push M to output the current.
11. Push S to turn off the output current.
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Fluke 52120A #1
Fluke 52120A #2
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Figure 2-5. Master to Slave Connections
The first Product is the master and the second the slave. Connect the input signal to the
master Product front-panel terminals. The second Product senses the input signal through
the control cable. The two Products are controlled through the front panel of the master
Product. All the keys but the STBY key are turned off on the slave Product.
Connect the outputs of amplifier 1 and 2 to the load as shown in Figure 2-6.
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Fluke 52120A #1
HIGH CURRENT
OUTPUT
HI
LOW CURRENT
OUTPUT
180A PK
7V PK OPTION
MAX
HI POWER
OUTPUT
30A PK (12V DC)
7V PK
MAX
LO LO
850V PK 850V PK
MAX MAX
Fluke 52120A #2
Load
HIGH CURRENT
OUTPUT
HI
LOW CURRENT
OUTPUT
180A PK
7V PK OPTION
MAX
HI POWER
OUTPUT
30A PK (12V DC)
7V PK
MAX
LO LO
850V PK 850V PK
MAX MAX
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Figure 2-6. Two Amplifier Outputs Connected in Parallel
Closed-Loop Operation
When better load regulation and phase-angle control is necessary, connect the Product in
a closed-loop configuration with a 6105A or 6100B. Through the feedback loop, the
6105A senses signal phase angle and amplitude to adjust the output and supply a more
accurate current signal.
To connect the feedback circuit, connect one end of the control cable to the Control Input
connector on the rear panel of the Product. Connect the other end of the cable to the
Current Amplifier Control Output connector on the rear panel of the 6105A or 6100B.
See Figure 2-7.
Remove all front-panel connections between the 6105A or 6100B and the Product. Turn
off and then turn on the 6105A or 6100B to initialize the analogue and control
connections between the instruments. The status indicators of the Product will show slave
mode operation. See Figure 2-3. The 6105A or 6100B will have three more current
ranges: 1 x Ext.2A, 1 x Ext.20A, and 1 x Ext.120A. The output terminals of the Product
are set through the 6105A or 6100B Front Panel Terminal Configuration screen. All the
keys but the STBY key are turned off on the Product.
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Figure 2-7. Feedback Cable Connections
See the Operated with 6105A or 6100B Control Loop section in the specifications of
Chapter 1. These specifications include the accuracy of the 6100B or 6105A in this
6105A controlled mode of operation. A maximum of three Products can be connected in
parallel for a maximum current of 360 Amps in closed-loop mode. Figure 2-8 shows how
to connect multiple Products to a 6105A or 6100B.
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Fluke 52120A #1
Fluke 52120A #2
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Figure 2-8. Multiple Amplifier Connections
Note
The output of the 6105A is connected to the amplifiers through the control
cable from the 6105A or 6100B.
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You can set all the parameters of the amplifiers through the 6105A user interface. Refer
to the 6105A Users Manual to learn more.
You can supply a maximum of 360 amps when you connect three Products to a 6105A or
6100B and connect the outputs in parallel. The amplitude and phase angle accuracy
specifications for three Products in parallel are the same as for the Product.
Multi-Phase Current Outputs
For mutli-phase current output, use a 6105A for one phase and a 6106A for all other
phases. The 6105A controls all 6106As. One Product is necessary for each phase angle.
To set up a three-phase output:
1. Connect a control cable between the L2 Control Output connector of the 6105A and
the Auxiliary Control Input connector of a 6106A.
2. Connect a second control cable between the L3 Control Output connector of the
6105A and the Auxiliary Control Input connector of a second 6106A. See Figure 2-9.
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Fluke 6105A
To 52120A
Phase 1
Fluke 6106A #1
To 52120A
Phase 2
Fluke 6106A #2
To 52120A
Phase 2
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Figure 2-9. 6105A to 6106A Connections
3. Connect a control cable between the Current Amplifier Control Output connector on
the rear panel of the 6105A and the Control Input connector on the rear panel of one
the Products.
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4. Connect a second control cable between the Current Amplifier Control Output
connector on the rear panel of one of the 6106As and the Control Input connector on
the rear panel of the second Product.
5. Do step 4 for the second 6106A.
Figure 2-7 shows the connection between a 6105A or 6106A and each Product.
In this setup, the 6105A controls the two 6106As. Each can be set to output a different
phase signal to their related Products. Each Product current output is controlled by the
6105A or 6106A connected to their auxiliary control input.
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Chapter 3
Remote Operations
Title Page
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Remote Operations
Introduction 3
Introduction
This chapter contains instructions on how to operate the Product remotely through the
IEEE 488.2 GPIB interface. The master unit in a chain of 52120A instruments can be
controlled remotely through the IEEE 488.2 GPIB interface. Only the master unit is
controlled by the remote commands. The remote interface is disabled when a unit is
configured as a slave.
IEEE-488.2 Compliance
The Product is programmable for use on the IEEE Standard 488.1 interface bus (IEEE-
488 bus). The interface also complies with supplemental standard IEEE-488.2. Devices
connected to the bus in a system are designated as talkers, listeners, talker/listeners, or
controllers. Under remote control of an instrument controller, the Product operates
exclusively as a talker/listener on the IEEE-488 bus.
To learn more, read the standard specification in the publication ANSI/IEEE Std. 488.1 –
1987 and IEEE Std. 488.2 – 1988.
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Figure 3-1. IEEE Bus Address Switches
Note
When the Product is a slave to a 52120A or 6105A/6100B, the GPIB
interface is made passive and no longer can be addressed on the GPIB bus.
Use a pointed object (such as a pencil) to set the switches to the necessary GPIB address
in binary. The five switches are labelled from right to left 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, their binary
contribution to the address. Push the top of the switch to “set” the address bit. Push the
bottom of the switch to “clear” the bit. The GPIB address is invalid if you set (address
31) or clear (address 0) all the address switches.
Note
The address switch is only read at power-on. A change to the address
switch with power on must be followed by a power-cycle of the instrument.
Only then will the Product answer to the new address.
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Range 2A 2A
*STB? 32 Unchanged
:OPER:EVENt 0 Unchanged
:QUES:EVENt 0 Unchanged
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Questionable Data Binary Wieghts
Event Register Enable Register 2 = 0
1 28 = 256
0 Not Used 21 = 2
9
2 = 512
Not Used 22 = 4 210 = 1024
3
Not Used 2 = 8 211 = 2048
Not Used 24 = 16 12
2 = 4096
5 13
2 = 32 2 = 8192
4 Temperature 6
2 = 64 214 = 16384
Not Used
27 = 128 215 = 32768
Not Used
Not Used "OR"
Not Used
9 Over Compliance
Status Byte
10 Input Over-range
Summary Register Enable Register
Not Used
0 Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used 3
Questionable Data
15 Not Used
STAT:QUES:EVEN? STAT:QUES:ENAB <value>
4 Message Available
STAT:QUES:ENAB?
5
Standard Event
6 Request Service
7
Operation Status Operational Data
Status Register Enable Register Serial Poll (SPOLL) *SRE <value>
*STB? *SRE?
0 Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used Standard Event
Not Used "OR" Event Register Enable Register
Not Used 0 Operation Complete
Not Used Not Used
Not Used 2 Query Error
Not Used 3 Device Error "OR"
Not Used 4 Execution Error
Not Used 5 Command Error
Not Used Not Used
15 Not Used 7 Power On
STAT:QUES:EVEN? STAT:QUES:ENAB <value> *ESR? *ESE <value>
STAT:QUES:ENAB? *ESE?
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Figure 3-2. SCPI Status Registers
Bits 9 and 10 of the questionable data register do not get set on the condition register.
They are transitory hardware events that clear three milliseconds after they are set. You
can only see them in the STAT:QUES? register.
Remote Commands
This section documents the IEEE-488 remote commands for the Product. Remote
commands duplicate operations that can be done from the front panel in local operation.
A complete alphabetical list of all commands, with protocol instructions, follow the
summary tables. The parameters and responses for each command is shown, plus an
example for each command.
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Command Description
*CLS The clear common command resets all event registers and removes all errors from the
error queue. It does not clear enable registers and transition filters. It also clears any
pending *WAI, *OPC, and *OPC? actions.
Sets the enable bits of the standard event enable register. This enable register contains a
mask value for the bits to be enabled in the standard event status register. A bit that is set
*ESE true in the enable register enables the corresponding bit in the status register. An enabled
bit will set the ESB (Event Status Bit) in the Status Byte Register if the enabled event
occurs. Parameter = NR1
This query command returns the contents of the standard event status register. Reading
*ESR?
the standard event status register clears the register.
This query command gets the manufacturer, model, serial number, and firmware level for
main and GPIB program in an ASCII response data element.
*IDN?
The response is: <Manufacturer>, <Model>, <Serial Number>, <Firmware Level>.
For example: Fluke,52120A,123456,1.00
The operation complete command causes the device to set the operation complete bit in
*OPC the standard event status register when all pending selected device operations have
completed.
The operation complete query puts an ASCII character ‘1’ into the device’s output queue
*OPC?
when all selected device operations have completed.
This query command gets a list of all the detectable options that are installed in the
*OPT? Product. Options that are not installed are identified with an ASCII ‘0’.
There are no options for the 52120A as of this writing.
The reset command resets the instrument state. It is the third level of reset in the IEEE 488
*RST 3-level reset strategy. It has an effect only on the Product’s functions and not the IEEE 488
bus.
The service request enable register contains a mask value for the bits to be enabled in the
*SRE status byte register. A bit that is set true in the enable register enables the related bit in the
status byte register to set a service request (SRQ). Parameter = NR1
This query command returns the value of the status byte. Bit 6 reports the master
*STB? summary status bit (MSS). The MSS is set if the instrument has one or more causes for a
service request.
*TST? The self-test query causes an internal self-test. The response is always 0 (pass).
The wait-to-continue command holds all commands to be done until all commands and
*WAI
queries that are in process are completed.
Command Description
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CALibration:SECure:PASSword <spd>
Description Sends a password to the Product to put the Product into adjustment mode.
Note
The calibration switch on the rear panel of the Product must be set to
Enable before you send the password.
Parameters <spd> = (the password)
Example CAL:SEC:PASS “ADJUST” Sends the string ADJUST to the Product to
allow calibration adjustments. Note the word
ADJUST must be in quotes for this
command.
CALibration:SECure:EXIT
Description Exits the calibration or adjustment mode.
Example CAL:SEC:EXIT Exits calibration adjustments.
Note
All changes will be lost the next time the Product is power cycled, unless
CAL:SAVE? is done before the exit command.
CHAin:FITTed?
Description Gets the number of units in the chain.
Example CHA:FITT? Get back a number from 1 to n.
CHAin:IDN? <nrf>
Desription Gets the identification string of an instrument in the chain.
Parameter <nrf> = 1 to 10 Index of the instrument in the chain.
Example CHA:IDN? 2 Gets back the identification string of the second
instrument in the chain.
Note
The command :CHA:IDN? 1 is equivalent of *IDN?.
Returns <manufacturer>, <model>, <serial number>, <firmware>
INPut:TYPE(?) <cpd>
Description Sets or gets the input type selection.
Parameter <cpd> = CURRent Sets the input type to current.
VOLTage Sets the input type to voltage.
Example INP:TYPE CURR Sets the input type to current.
INP:TYPE? Gets back CURR or VOLT depending on which
type is set in the Product.
OUTPut[:STATe](?) <bool>
Description Sets or gets the state of the output signal.
Parameters <bool> = ON or 1 Enables the output signal (OPR).
OFF or 0 Disables the output signal (STBY).
Example OUTP ON Turn the Product output on.
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6105A SCPI Command Details
This section contains the syntax rules for 6105A SCPI commands that control the Product
when it is controlled by the 6105A.
[:SOURce]:PHASe<x>:CURRent:EAMP:RANGe(?) <nrf>, <nrf>
Description Sets or gets the current range of the Product assigned to phase identified by
x.
Parameters <nrf>,<nrf> = 0,2 Sets output current range to 2 A.
= 0,20 Sets output current range to 20 A.
= 0,120 Sets output current range to 120 A.
Example PHAS1:CURR:EAMP:RANG 0,20 Sets output current range to 20 A.
PHAS1:CURR:EAMP:RANG? Gets back 0,2, 0,20, or 0,120.
[:SOURce] PHASe<x>::CURRent:EAMP:LCOMp(?) <bool>
Description Sets or retrieves the state of the LCOMP (inductive-load compensation)
function.
Parameters <bool> = ON or 1 Turn on LCOMP.
OFF or 0 Turns off LCOMP.
Example PHAS1:CURR:EAMP:LCOM ON Turns on LCOMP on the Product set to
phase 1.
PHAS:CURR:EAMP:LCOM? Gets back 1 or 0.
[:SOURce] PHASe<x>::CURRent:EAMP:TERMinal:MODE(?) <cpd>
Description Sets or gets the state of which output terminals are used for different
ranges.
Parameters <cpd> = HIGH Output all ranges on the high terminals.
AUTO Output the 2 A and 20 A range on the low
terminals and output the 120 A range on the
high terminals.
Example PHAS1:CURR:EAMP:TERM:MODE HIGH Output all ranges on the high
terminals.
[:SOURce] PHASe<x>:CURRent:EAMP:TERMinal:ROUTe?
Description A query only command that gets back which front-panel output terminal is
in use.
Example PHAS1:CURR:EAMP:TERM:ROUT? Gets back HIGH or LOW.
[SOURce]:PHASe<x>:CURRent:EAMP:FITTed?
Description Gets back the number of units in the chain for the phase identified by x.
Example PHAS1:PHAS:CURR:EAMP:FITT? Gets back a number from 1 to n.
[SOURce]:PHASe<x>:CURRent:EAMP:IDN? <nrf>
Desription Gets the identification string of an instrument in the chain of the phase
identified by x.
Parameter <nrf> = 1 to 10 Index of the instrument in the chain.
Example PHAS1:CURR:EAMP:IDN? 2 Gets back the identification string of the
second instrument in the chain in the
phase identified by x.
Returns <manufacturer>, <model>, <serial number>, <firmware>
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For a system made up of a 6100A and one 6101A with an 80A and bandwidth current
option installed, *OPT? would respond with:
0,0,0,3,0,0,0,0
Note
The bandwidth and 50mR shunt options are only used on older models of
the 6100A and 6101A.
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Operator Maintenance
Title Page
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Operator Maintenance
Introduction 4
Introduction
This chapter explains how to perform the routine user maintenance required to your
instrument in optimal operating condition. The topics covered in this chapter include:
XW Warning
To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury:
• Do not operate the Product with covers removed or the case
open. Hazardous voltage exposure is possible.
• Use only specified replacement fuses.
• Remove the input signals before you clean the Product.
• Turn the Product off, remove the mains power cord, and
disconnect all input and output cables before you clean the
Product.
• Disconnect the mains power cord before you remove the
Product covers.
How to Replace the Mains Input Fuse
The mains input fuse holder is on the rear panel of the Product. To replace the fuse:
1. Switch the Product off with the rear-panel main power ON/OFF switch.
2. Remove the power cord from the mains input connector.
3. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to turn the fuse holder cap counterclockwise until the
cap can be pulled from the holder.
4. Replace the fuse with a new one. See Table 4-1 for approved fuses.
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Note
There must be 19 inches of clearance behind the Product to remove the air
filter.
4. Pull the air filter out of the Product.
5. Clean the air filter with soapy water.
6. Dry the air filter thoroughly.
7. Install the air filter and tighten the knurled screws.
How to Clean the Product
Clean the external surfaces of the Product with a soft cloth dampened with water or a
non-abrasive solution that will not damage plastic.
W Caution
To prevent damage to the Product, do not use aromatic
hydrocarbons or chlorinated solvents to clean the Product.
These can cause damage to the plastic parts of the Product.
Replaceable Parts
Table 4-2 is a list of replaceable parts. To order parts, see the How to Contact Fluke
section in Chapter 1.
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Calibration
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Calibration
Introduction 5
Introduction
This chapter contains the performance verification and calibration adjustment procedures
for the Product. Annual calibration verification and adjustment is recommended to make
sure the Product operates to specifications.
Calibration Correction Factors
You can use the Product as a standalone transconductance amplifier or as an extension to
the 6100B and 6105A series calibrators. There are two different modes of operation. The
calibration adjustment procedure has two phases and two sets of calibration factors.
When you operate the Product standalone only the standalone calibration correction
factors are applied.
The procedure to adjust the Product in standalone mode without a 6105A is given below.
Equipment necessary to adjust and verify the Product to full specification when
connected to a 6105A is not available commercially. A procedure to do a confidence
check is included in this manual. But to make correction adjustments for operation with a
6105A, you must send the Product to a Fluke Service Center.
Repair to the Fluke 6105A Electrical Power Standard or the Product must be followed by
a calibration at a Fluke Service Center. This is to make sure they operate to
specifications.
Equipment Required
Table 5-1 is a list of test equipment necessary to verify and calibrate the Product.
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LOW CURRENT
OUTPUT INPUT
52120A
INPUT OVER RANGE
HI HI
30A PK 3V PK
7V PK 52120A TRANSCONDUCTANCE AMPLIFIER 300mA PK
MAX MAX
LO LO
OVER COMPLIANCE
STATUS
MAX AMPS VOLTS
MASTER10V
UNIT PK L1 PHASE L3 PHASE
850V PK
VOLTAGE MAX
SLAVE UNIT L2 PHASE N PHASE
MAX COMPLIANCE
OPR STBY
HI
LOW CURRENT OUTPUT L COMP INPUT
OUTPUT
TERMINALS RANGE
180A PK INPUT OVER RANGE
7V PK OPTION
MAX
HI POWER HIGH 120A ON HI
OUTPUT
30A PK 3V PK
(12V DC)
7V PK 300mA PK
MAX MAX
20A
LO LO LO
POWER
LOW 2A OFF AMPS VOLTS
10V PK
850V PK 850V PK MAX
MAX MAX
8508A (Rear)
Current Shunt
(A40B) DMM (8508A)
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Figure 5-1. Test Equipment Connections
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Note
All test equipment must be energized a sufficient time so they operate at
their full specification. Refer to the applicable user documentation.
1. Set the calibrator to 0 volts dc in standby mode.
2. Open the guard to ground link on the calibrator.
3. Push V on the Product to set the input to volts.
4. Push K on the Product to set the output terminals.
5. Push B on the Product to set the range to 2 A.
6. Set the DMM to the 2 volt range.
7. Configure the DMM to 2wV, Resolution to 6 digits, Filter off, and Fast off.
8. Set DMM guard to local.
9. Set the DMM to front input.
10. Do a Zero Range on the DMM. This does a zero adjustment of the DCV, 2 V range.
Calibration Verification – Standalone Mode
Verification is done with LCOMP OFF. The Fluke 5720A supplies the input to the
Product. The Product output current is changed to a voltage by the A40B shunt. The
8508A shows the shunt output voltage which is changed to output current with the 8508A
Math function.
Conversion of A40B/8508A measurements to current
In the procedure below, the Fluke A40B shunts make a voltage from the current that
flows through them. Use the formula that follows to calculate the equivalent current
value.
8508A measurement (V)
Equivalent current value =
Calibrated shunt value (Ω)
For example, to calculate the equivalent current value for a DMM measurement of
0.47995 volts across a shunt with a calibration resistance of 0.040005 Ω:
0.479950
Equivalent current value = = 11.99725 A
0.040005
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2A 0.4 Ω
20 A 0.04 Ω
100 A 0.008 Ω
The shunts can have a maximum of 300 ppm resistance error, which shows on the
calibration certificate. To get the necessary accuracies, you must correct for this error. If
the certificate shows the deviation from nominal value, this value is the shunt error. The
Correction necessary is 1 – error.
For example, if the deviation from nominal (error) is +100 ppm, the correction is given
by:
100
Correction = 1 – deviation = 1 – = 1 – 0.0001 = 0.999900
106
If the certificate gives the actual measured value, then divide the nominal value by the
measured value to get the correction.
For example, a 20A shunt has a nominal value of 0.04 Ω. If the measured value is
0.0400040 Ω, the correction is given by:
0.04
Correction = = 0.999900
0.040004
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How to Use 8508A Math Functions to Simplify Error Corrections
In the procedure below, the 8508A ‘*m’, ‘-c’, ‘÷z’ and ‘%’ Math functions are used to
give the measurement result as a percentage error that can be directly compared to the
product specification. Refer to the 8508A Users Manual for description of the math
functions and their operation. The math is:
( )
(Correction x measured value [*m] – reference value [-c])
X 100
Reference value [÷z]
For each A40B shunt, calculate and type in the correction into the *m store. The
reference value comes through the 8508A rear input from the 5720A. Disable all Math
operations before the measurement sequence starts. With the characterized voltage
applied at the rear input of the 8508A, use the Last Reading and Enter keys to store the
current measurement into–c and ‘÷z’ stores. Set the 8508A input to the front terminals.
Turn on ‘*m’, ‘-c’, ‘÷z’ and ‘%’.
For example, a correction value of 0.999900 is stored in ‘m’. The reference value from
the 8508A rear input is stored in ‘c’. ‘z’ is set to 0.800008 V. The measured value from
the front input is 0.799881 V. The percentage of error is calculated as:
( )
(0.999900 x 0.799881 – 0.800008)
X 100 = –0.0259 %
0.800008
The system characterization procedure is not necessary for dc measurements. You make
dc measurements with the 5720A output connected to the Product input and then measure
through the A40B with the 8508A. The ‘-c’ and ‘÷z stores are preloaded with the
expected voltage output from the shunt. For all of the shunts, the output is 0.8 when the
input is full range. The correct values are shown in the verification results table. The ‘*m’
store has the correction factor for the shunt used for the measurement. The accuracies of
the 5720A, A40B shunt, and 8508A are summed with the noise and shunt power
coefficient by root-sum-of-squares (RSS) to get the measurement uncertainty.
Equipment Setup
Setup the equipment as shown in Figure 5-1. Use the 2A A40B shunt for the shunt in the
figure. Push V on the Product. Set the DMM (8508A) to the 2 volt range. Set the DMM
to Input front. When the 5720A outputs dc, the DMM must be set for dc volts. When the
5720A outputs ac, the DMM must be set for ac volts. Configure the DMM for a rolling
average of four measurements (MATH CONFIG, R, select 4, MATH AvR).
To maximize Product and shunt warm-up time, set the Product in operate (OPR) mode
for the 8508A rear input measurements.
2 Amp Range Verification
1. Set the 5720A output to +1 Vdc and push M on the 5720A.
2. Push B on the Product.
3. Push M on the Product.
4. Set the DMM ‘m’ store to the 2 A shunt correction factor.
5. Set the DMM ‘-c’ and ‘÷z’ stores to 0.4.
6. Turn on the ‘*m’, ‘-c’ and ‘÷z’, and % math functions on the DMM.
7. Let the measurement become stable for a minimum of one minute and then record the
measured error in Table 5-3.
8. Set the 5720A output -1 V dc.
9. Set the DMM ‘-c’ and ‘‘÷z’ stores to 0.4. Record the measure error.
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Table 5-3. 2 Amp Range Verification (cont.)
verification points.
17. Set the DMM ‘-c’ and ‘÷z’ stores to -0.8 for the -2 volt measurement.
18. Record the measured errors.
19. Set the 5720A output to the values in Table 5-4 for all the ac voltage verification
points and record the measured error. Use the transfer method for all ac
measurements.
For each ac measurement in Table 5-4:
• Set the 5720A output voltage and frequency to the reference level shown in
Table 5-4.
• Push M on the Product.
Note
For currents larger than 50 % of Product range, let the shunt become
stable for a minimum of five minutes.
• Set the DMM to rear input.
• Turn off the ‘*m’, ‘-c’ and ‘÷z’, and % math functions on the DMM.
• Let the measurement become stable for a minimum of one minute. Longer when
the 10 Hz and 40 Hz filter is on.
• Use Last Reading and Enter to store the last measurement in the ‘÷z’ and ‘-c’
stores of the DMM.
• Turn on the ‘-c’ and ‘÷z’ math functions on the DMM.
Note
The DMM measurement must be 0.000000 V plus a few digits of noise.
• Turn on the ‘*m’ and ‘%’ math functions to apply the correction factor and show
the measurement in percent.
• Set the 5720A to the values in the row below the reference level row.
• Set the DMM to front input.
• Let the measurement become stable and then write in the measured error in
Table 5-4.
Table 5-4. 20 Amp Range Verification Points
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Table 5-4. 20 Amp Range Verification Points (cont.)
• Set the 5720A output voltage and frequency to the reference level shown in
Table 5-5.
• Push M on the Product.
Note
For currents larger than 50 % of Product range, let the shunt become
stable for a minimum of five minutes.
• Set the DMM to rear input.
• Turn off the ‘*m’, ‘-c’ and ‘÷z’, and % math functions on the DMM.
• Let the measurement become stable for a minimum of one minute. Longer when
the 10 Hz and 40 Hz filter is on.
• Use Last Reading and Enter to store the last measurement in the ‘÷z’ and ‘-c’
stores of the DMM.
• Turn on the ‘-c’ and ‘÷z’ math functions on the DMM.
Note
The DMM measurement must be 0.000000 V plus a few digits of noise.
• Turn on the ‘*m’ and ‘%’ math functions to apply the correction factor and show
the measurement in percent.
• Set the 5720A to the values in the row below the reference level row.
• Set the DMM to front input.
• Let the measurement become stable and then write in the measured error in
Table 5-5.
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Table 5-5. 120 Amp Range Verification Points (cont.)
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LOW CURRENT
OUTPUT INPUT
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INPUT OVER RANGE
HI HI
30A PK 3V PK
7V PK 52120A TRANSCONDUCTANCE AMPLIFIER 300mA PK
MAX MAX
LO LO
OVER COMPLIANCE
STATUS
MAX AMPS VOLTS
MASTER10V
UNIT PK L1 PHASE L3 PHASE
850V PK
VOLTAGE MAX
SLAVE UNIT L2 PHASE N PHASE
MAX COMPLIANCE
OPR STBY
HI
LOW CURRENT OUTPUT L COMP INPUT
OUTPUT
TERMINALS RANGE
180A PK INPUT OVER RANGE
7V PK OPTION
MAX
HI POWER HIGH 120A ON HI
OUTPUT
30A PK 3V PK
(12V DC)
7V PK 300mA PK
MAX MAX
20A
LO LO LO
POWER
LOW 2A OFF AMPS VOLTS
10V PK
850V PK 850V PK MAX
MAX MAX
8508A (Rear)
Current Shunt
(A40B) DMM (8508A)
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Figure 5-2. Calibration Adjustment Setup
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Note
Start the connections with the 2 A current shunt.
4. On the rear panel of the Product, set the Calibration switch to Enable. See
Figure 5-3.
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Figure 5-3. Calibration Enable Switch
Adjustments
The adjustment steps that follow use the same sequence of steps for each range:
• Connect the shunt applicable for the Product range as shown in Figure 5-2.
• Set the Fluke 8508A to the 1 Volt dc range
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• Do a Product dc zero adjustment
• Do a Product voltage input dc gain adjustment (also sets the low frequency
calibration constant).
• Do a Product current input dc gain adjustment.
• Do a Product ac Flatness adjustment at 6 kHz.
1. Connect the GPIB interface to an instrument controller.
2. To setup the Product for adjustments, send the command: :CAL:SEC:PASS
“ADJUST”
3. Set the Product to standby with the command: :OUTP OFF
Note
You can also push S to set the Product in the standby mode. You must
push L before all other front-panel operations.
4. Push S on the 5720A.
5. Connect the 2 A shunt between the Product output and the input of the DMM. See
Figure 5-2.
6. Set the DMM to the DCV function on the 1V range.
7. Set the DMM to Resolution 6.
8. After the DMM measurement settles, push the Offset key.
Note
If the DMM does not show a measurement between 0.000008 V and
-0.000008 V, verify the test equipment controls and connections. Then do
the offset procedure again.
9. Set the DMM ‘z’ store to the 2 A shunt resistance value.
10. Turn on the ‘÷z’ store on the DMM.
11. Write in the DMM measurement in the measured Current column in the Output Off
and 2 A shunt row of Table 5-7.
12. Set the 5720A output to 0 V dc.
13. Push M on the on the 5720A.
14. Push B on the Product.
15. Push M on the Product.
16. After the measurement is stable, write the value shown on the DMM in the
Measured Current column of Table 5-7.
17. Send the command: :CAL:ADJ? OFFS,0.00000,<measured value>
18. Set the 5720A output to the values in Table 5-7 for the 2 A shunt and 2 V dc and -
2 V dc adjustment points. Write the values shown on the DMM in the Measured
Current column of Table 5-7. Calculate the average amplitude of the absolute
positive and negative values as given above.
19. Send the command: :CAL:ADJ? GAIN,2.00000,<calculated value>
20. Push S on the 5720A.
21. Push A on the Product.
22. Set the 5720A output to the values in Table 5-7 for the 2 A shunt and 200 mA dc
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81. Set the DMM ‘z’ store to the 100 A shunt resistance value.
82. Turn on the ‘÷z’ store on the DMM.
83. Write the value shown on the DMM in the Measured Current column of Table 5-7.
84. Send the command: :CAL:ADJ? OFFS,0.0000,<measured value>
85. Set the 5720A output to the values in Table 5-7 for the 100 A shunt and 1.0 V dc
and -1.0 V dc adjustment points. Write the values shown on the DMM in the
Measured Current column of Table 5-7. Calculate the average amplitude of the
absolute positive and negative values as given above.
86. Send the command: :CAL:ADJ? GAIN,100.0000,<calculated value>
87. Push S on the 5720A.
88. Push A on the Product.
89. Set the 5720A output to the values in Table 5-7 for the 100 A shunt and 100 mA dc
and -100 mA dc adjustment points.
90. Push M on the 5720A.
91. Push M on the Product.
92. Write the values shown on the DMM in the Measured Current column of Table 5-7.
Calculate the average amplitude of the absolute positive and negative values as
given above.
93. Send the command: :CAL:ADJ? GAIN,100.0000,< calculated value >
94. Push S on the 5720A.
95. Push V on the Product.
96. Set the DMM to the ACV function and the 2V range.
97. Set the 5720A voltage output and frequency to the values in Table 5-7 for the 100 A
shunt and 1 V at 6 kHz adjustment point.
98. Push M on the 5720A.
99. Push M on the Product.
100. Write the value shown in the DMM in the Measured Current column of Table 5-7.
101. Send the command: :CAL:ADJ? FLAT,100.0000,<measured value>
102. Push S on the Product and the 5720A.
2 A (Offset) 2A 0 V dc – 0A
M+ 2A 2 V dc – –
M- 2A -2 V dc – –
+ -
2 A (Gain) M = (M – M )/2 – 2A
M+ 2A 200 mA dc – –
M- 2A -200 mA dc – –
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Table 5-7. Product Adjustment Points (cont.)
2 A (Flat) 2A 2 V, 6 kHz 2A
20 A (Offset) 20A 0 V dc – 0A
M+ 20A 2 V dc – –
M- 20A -2 V dc – –
+ -
20 A (Gain) M = (M – M )/2 – 20 A
M+ 20A 200 mA dc – –
M- 20A -200 mA dc – –
+ -
2 A (Gain) M = (M – M )/2 – 20 A
M+ 100A 1.0 V dc – –
M- 100A -1.0 V dc – –
+ -
120 A (Gain) M = (M – M )/2 – 100 A
M+ 100A 100 mA dc – –
M- 100A -100 mA dc – –
+ -
120 A (Gain) M = (M – M )/2 – 100 A
103. Send the command: :CAL:SAVE? to transfer the correction data to non-volatile
storage.
104. Send the command: :CAL:SEC:EXIT to exit the calibration adjustment mode.
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The 6105A rear output must be adjusted so errors are no larger than specification for the
confidence checks below to be accurate.
The Power Meter is used as a check reference standard for power line frequencies but has
no better accuracy than the Product for phase angle accuracy and for some amplitude
measurements.
The measurement schemes below cannot be used to verify Product compliance with
specification. If the measured result is significantly larger than the specification of the
power meter, it is likely the Product is out of specification. The Product accuracy
confidence test below can be done to verify accuracy.
Power Line Frequency Confidence Check
The power line frequency confidence check is one measurement on each Product range.
If the power meter does not show phase angle directly, you can calculate the angle on
VA, Watt and PF values. See the Phase Angle Accuracy Confidence Check section in this
chapter. Make sure the voltage connection scheme to the power meter and the 6105A are
the same (two wire or four wire connection). To do a power line frequency confidence
check:
1. Set the 6105A voltage output to 120 V on the 180V range.
2. For each current range, set the 6105A range, rms, and phase angle in Table 5-9.
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Table 5-9. Power Line Frequency Confidence Check Points
Phase
Range RMS V I I + Limit I - Limit
Angle (∅)
1 x Ext 2A 2A 60°
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6105A TUR
Measured Specification Measurement
Error (%) 6105A 6100B Uncertainty
RMS Frequency 6105A 6100B
(99 %) (99 %)
20 Amp Range
1. Set the DMM to the DCV function and the 2 V range.
2. Set the DMM ‘m’ store to the 20 A shunt correction factor.
3. Set the DMM ‘-c’ and ‘÷z’ stores to 0.4.
4. Turn on the ‘*m’, ‘-c’ and ‘÷z’, and % math functions on the DMM.
5. Set the 6105A range to 1 x Ext 20A.
6. Set the current and frequency of the 6105A to the values in Table 5-12 for the 10 A
verification point.
7. Set the DMM ‘-c’ and ‘÷z’ stores to 0.8.
8. Set the DMM to ACV function
9. Set the current and frequency of the 6105A to the values in Table 5-12 for the two
20 A verification points.
10. Set the DMM ‘-c’ and ‘÷z’ stores to 0.24.
11. Set the current and frequency of the 6105A to the values in Table 5-12 for the two
6 A verification points.
12. Set the DMM to the 200 mV range.
13. Set the DMM ‘-c’ and ‘÷z’ stores to 0.16.
14. Set the current and frequency of the 6105A to the values in Table 5-12 for the 4 A
verification point.
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Table 5-12. Amplitude Verification on 20 Amp Range
Product
6105A TUR
Measured Specification Measurement
Error (%) 6105A 6100B Uncertainty 6105A 6100B
RMS Frequency
(99 %) (99 %)
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6105A TUR
Measured Specification Measurement
Error (%) 6105A 6100B Uncertainty 6105A 6100B
RMS Frequency
(99 %) (99 %)
6105A
Measured Product Measurement
Phase TUR
RMS Frequency Angle Specification Uncertainty
Angle
6. Connect the 20 A shunt between the 6105A and the second input to the phase meter.
7. Set the 6105A range to 1 x Ext 20A.
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8. Set the current, frequency, and phase angle to the values in Table 5-15.
6105A
Measured Product Measurement
Phase TUR
RMS Frequency Angle Specification Uncertainty
Angle
9. Connect the 100 A shunt between the 6105A and the second input to the phase meter.
10. Set the 6105A range to 1 x Ext 120A.
11. Set the current, frequency, and phase angle to the values in Table 5-16.
6105A
Measured Product Measurement
Phase TUR
RMS Frequency Angle Specification Uncertainty
Angle
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